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France vs. England Face Off in World Cup Third-Place Game

July 18, 2026 · USA Today

Both teams lost in the semifinals and now battle for the bronze medal at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami.

France and England will play each other in the 2026 World Cup third-place game on Saturday, July 18, at 5 p.m. ET. The match will be held at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, Florida. Neither team made it to the final, so they are now competing for the bronze medal. Fans can watch the game on FOX or Telemundo, or stream it online using Sling Blue.

France lost to Spain 2-0 in the semifinals. England also fell short, losing 2-1 to Argentina after taking a 1-0 lead early in the second half. Both teams played well during most of the tournament, but they could not hold on when it mattered most. Now they get one last chance to finish the World Cup with a win.

The third-place game may not be the championship, but it still means a lot. The winning team earns the bronze medal and extra prize money. Players also get a chance to finish the tournament on a high note in front of a huge crowd. For fans of France and England, this is still a big event worth watching.

If you do not have cable TV, you can still watch the game using a streaming service. Sling offers flexible pass options so you only pay for what you need. A 1-Day Pass costs $4.99 and gives you 24 hours of access. A 3-Day Pass is $9.99 and runs from Friday to Sunday, while a 7-Day Pass gives you a full week of access for $14.99.

Sling also offers add-ons that let you get extra channels beyond the basic package. The Sports Extra add-on gives you channels like MLB Network, NBA TV, and ESPNU. The News Extra package adds channels like News Nation and Newsmax. The cost of each add-on depends on which pass you choose — $1 extra for a 1-Day Pass, $2 for a 3-Day Pass, and $3 for a 7-Day Pass.

No matter how you choose to watch, the France vs. England match is set to be an exciting contest. Both teams have talented players and will want to leave the tournament as winners. Kickoff is at 5 p.m. ET on Saturday, July 18, at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami. Make sure you tune in so you do not miss a moment of the action.

The two teams set to take the pitch at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami is France and England, who both looked strong throughout the tournament thanks to elite play from superstar players.

Comprehension quiz preview

1. Where is the World Cup third-place game being played?

  • AAllegiant Stadium in Las Vegas
  • BSoFi Stadium in Los Angeles
  • CHard Rock Stadium in Miami
  • DMetLife Stadium in New Jersey

2. What score did England lose to Argentina by in the semifinals?

  • A3-0
  • B2-0
  • C1-0
  • D2-1

3. How much does a Sling 3-Day Pass cost?

  • A$4.99
  • B$14.99
  • C$9.99
  • D$7.99

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